Rosh Hodesh for girls and Shevet for boys are groups of 7-10 young people and a trained adult leader, who together explore the challenges and joys of teens’ lives, drawing on social-emotional learning, an understanding of teen culture, and Jewish wisdom and values... while having some FUN along the way! Please contact Director of Youth
Take a quick break in the middle of your day to learn Mishnah, a central rabbinic text, with Rabbi Zeff. We will learn about what Mishnah is, how it works, and delve into some key mishnaic texts together. If you are curious about rabbinic text but have not studied any before, this class is for
When the Land Took its Rest: An Introduction to Shmita Join us for this 3 part exploration of how Shmita holds enormous promise for society, the economy, and the environment. We will unpack the biblical understanding of farming, discover what the Shmita year is and how it relates to a wider blueprint that our tradition
GJC’s Jewish book reading group meets monthly, reading and discussing fiction and nonfiction books of Jewish interest written mostly (but not solely) by Jewish writers and chosen by the group. Volunteer group members lead the discussion. For the 2021-2022 reading list, please click here. For more information about or to join the group, please contact
For more information and the Zoom link, please contact Director of Youth and Families, Abigail Weinberg.
HAZAK programs are planned for our seniors (age 55+) and are geared to both reflect common interests and get us to “stretch” to try new activities as well. This well-attended book group meets monthly all year long on the second Thursday of the month to discuss great books – BYO tea and nosh to the
Some say that profound loss is not something that we ever really “get over” and that with time, perhaps our relationship with grief changes. The goal of the group is to provide a safe, sacred, and meditative space to be able to reflect on and shape our loss. The care and support that individuals offer
What is Judaism really about? How can we understand Torah? What are Jewish views of relationships? And where does antisemitism come from? Join Rabbi Adam Zeff and Student Rabbi Maria Pulzetti for a weekly exploration of some "fundamentals of Judaism." The class will take us on an exploration of key topics, core Jewish stories, and
Mazal tov to Mari Menkin-Schmitt, daughter of Dane Menkin and Erin Schmitt, on becoming Bat Mitzvah! This weekly service, held in the Charry Sanctuary, puts an emphasis on learning, with a shorter Shacharit prayer service and a longer period for study, led by the Rabbi and the Assistant Rabbi. The Charry Service often hosts special
with Rabbi Haim Shalom and Dr. Debbie Weissman, moderated by Rabbi Adam Zeff, and sponsored by Israel Programming@GJC What is Judaism really about? How can we understand Torah? In parashat B'reishit (Genesis 1), God creates all human beings to be equal. In parashat Lech L'cha (Genesis 12), God uniquely gives the Land of Israel to
